And we have lift off – come join the fun!

I did it! After four long years, I finally released my second book. I have had a brilliant few weeks touring schools and bookshops and I even got to spend launch day with the brilliant team from How Brave is the Wren bookshop at their Word Play festival. Extra bonus, I made it home in time for a cocktail that matched my book cover.

I’ve loved every minute of it, especially the interaction with children. The bum wipe sponges and elf ears have gone down a treat and I have already encouraged thousands of junior LARP warriors to find their inner brave.

I’m looking forward to doing it all again in September when as well as my Rome Play assembly I’ll be offering a range of workshops to schools and festivals. Visit my events page for more details.

You can also now download a comprehensive chapter by chapter My Family And Other Romans teacher guide. Created by Adamma Okonkwo, it is packed with cross-curricular activities and writing opportunities.

My Family and Other Romans is widely available in bookshops and online or you can order a signed and dedicated copy from my local independent bookstore Chorlton Bookshop. Just email or call and they’ll sort the rest.

Thanks so much to all the bookshops, bloggers, schools and friends who have supported me over the last few weeks!